6. A.H. Hirsch Reserve 16-Year Bourbon

This highly coveted Kentucky pot still-style bourbon will run you about $1,600 if you can find a bottle. Along with George T. Stagg and Pappy, it's one of the go-to bottles for the hardcore bourbon hunter. The 16-year was distilled in 1974 and bottled just before its host distillery, Michter's in Pennsylvania, shuttered its doors in 1990. Anchor Distilling, which distributes the label, says the remaining bottles are the last of the batch. Deep amber in color, it is a rich, full whiskey with a spice-dominant character mellowed by age. You won't regret this one. 46% ABV, market price